888poker and the World Poker Tour reveal that they will partner up for the upcoming WPTDeepStacks online poker series. This year, this long-anticipated tournament will feature 28 events and more than $3 million in the prize pools. The festival starts on the 28th of November, with the buy-ins depending on the event. For example, the opening event has a $525 buy-in and comes with a guarantee of a whopping $200.000.
Consequently, the minimum buy-in is for the Mini Main Event, or $55. The biggest buy-in, however, is $5.200 and is for the Super High Roller Event. Lastly, satellites for all events throughout the tournament begin at a convenient $0.01.One of the biggest attractions is definitely the buy-in price for the WPTDS Main Event. At just $1.050, it represents an excellent chance to battle for the guaranteed $1 million prize pool.
This is the second collaboration in under a year between 888poker and World Poker Tour. In fact, in the WPTDS a couple of months ago, there was a total of $1.087.000 in the prize pool. Moreover, the biggest prize went to the Brazilian champion ‘paulinhoo00’, netting $233.705 as the main prize.
When giving an official statement on the partnership, the head of 888poker, Amit Berkovic, recognizes the magnitude of both parties involved.
We’re delighted to partner with WPT to launch another WPTDeepStacks™ series. Responding to the ever-changing needs of our players, the festival provides the prestige and the feel of the live circuit on the mobile or laptop and gives a shot of poker glory to casual and professional players alike.
Amit Berkovic – Head of 888poker
Consequently, World Poker Tour seem to share the same high level of excitement as their partners. Especially since it means giving the players an opportunity to win something back. This is what the Vice President of WPT said on the subject.
The World Poker Tour is excited to partner with 888poker again to give players around the globe the opportunity to take down a WPTDeepStacks title.
Angelica Hael – Vice President of World Poker Tour
Considering the magnitude of these two brands, and the fact that they are both considered to be leaders in their respective fields of work, it is only natural to expect that this collaboration will be one of the most successful in the world of online gambling. And consequently, one for the future.
